The podcast episodes explore the life and motivations of Gavrilo Princip, the central figure behind the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in 1914 that ignited World War I.

The episodes follow Princip's journey from his impoverished upbringing to his radicalization and involvement with the Serbian nationalist 'Black Hand' organization, examining how his desire for vengeance against the Austro-Hungarian empire led him to perpetrate this pivotal act of violence that reshaped history.

The episodes provide a deep dive into the conspiracy and events surrounding the assassination, tracing Princip's steps and the broader political context that led to this pivotal moment.